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We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed Manager to lead a long-established and busy After-School Club in Central Oxford.
Days:Monday-Friday, school term time only
Optional extra work in school holidays at one of our Oxford-based holiday camps
Times:3pm-6pm plus 30 minutes each day for planning and preparation
Location:Central Oxford, OX2
Job Purpose
* To take responsibility for managing the day to day running of the After School Club in order to provide a safe, welcoming and fun place for children to relax and play after school each day.
Key Duties
* Leading a team to devise and plan a range of activities that will engage and challenge children attending the club
* Overseeing the delivery of play opportunities in a safe and caring environment
* Ensuring all children’s needs are met and their learning and development requirements are considered when planning activities
* Ensuring the safe arrival of children from school classrooms and the safe delivery to parents/carers at the end of the day
* Ensuring children are kept safe and any risks in the play environment are minimised
* Organising the provision of snacks and refreshments for the children, including buying food on a weekly basis within an agreed budget
* Leading a team of playworkers and liaising with Oxford Active Operations Manager about any staff issues, absences or other problems that may arise
* Conducting regular team meetings and staff performance reviews
* Being responsible for day to day administration and record keeping at the club to meet required Ofsted standards
* Being responsible for the safe-keeping of the club property and equipment
* Being the lead practitioner responsible for safeguarding all children attending the club
* Administering first aid as appropriate
* Understanding and working within all Oxford Active policies and procedures
* Carrying out all responsibilities and activities within an equal opportunities framework
Person Specification
* At least 2 years’ experience or working with children aged 4 – 11 years in a school, play or other relevant environment, preferably in a supervisory role
* Ability to communicate at all levels, particularly with children
* Cooperative and flexible with the ability to lead and inspire a team
* Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for running a successful club
* Must know and understand Ofsted standards and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
* Ideally have an appropriate qualification in Playwork/Childcare at Level 3 or the equivalent
* Be willing to undertake further relevant training as necessary including Paediatric First Aid Training
Active Camps is committed to safe practice in recruitment and selection that includes consideration of issues regarding child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All staff will undergo strict safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Expected hours: No less than 17.5 per week
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Education and Training
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